Dear Mom : Lately Around Campus...

Sorry I haven't posted my regular posts lately.

The past two weeks have been extremely busy!

Last week was the hectic week of midterms,

which I got A's on all but one... B in Computer.

Here's Abby and I before taking OT midterm...

On Thursday, before the last day of midterms, a friend cut

my hair and 3 of us took off to chaperone a girl at work.

So we hung out at Panera Bread for 7 hours.

We also took off shopping, eating at Chili's,

and getting a yummy treat at Coldstone!

It was a nice relaxing evening of just girls,

studying, (and going on Facebook again!!)

After the long and studious week, we got a group

together on Saturday to relax and hang out at the Oasis...

left2right - Ashley, Renee, Cameron, Reuben, Me

We played Catch Phrase and Guesstures,

enjoyed ice cream and soda, and enjoyed kicking back

and just goofing off (without worrying about tests!!)...

Then I played Ashley and Gabriel to a game of carpetball...

Earlier this week, we had a wonderful day of

scattered thunderstorms and pouring rain!!!

It was such a blessing to hear thunder, see clouds,

feel and smell rain, and see a gorgeous rainbow...

This was so big, it literally arched all the way

over campus and you could see both ends of it!!

(But I couldn't snap the whole thing.)

Yesterday, Ashley and I were challenged to learn
how to tie a tie... the reward... $1!! (bought a candy bar!)
Needless to say, after much trial and error,
I finally got down a half windsor! *Ü*

After supper, a few of us hung out at the cafe
studying and chatting around.
Abby and Steve looked at Bill Rice Ranch flyers and
I was helping Markus write his Theology project...

left2right - Markus, Me, Steve, Abby

Tomorrow after soulwinning, I'll be headed to my
English Teacher's party at her house!! Yeah!
Then I get back and babysit for a sunday school activity.
Next week's classes are only 25 minutes each! Fun!

Sunday starts our annual Missions Conference,

and I am really excited and can't wait!! *Ü*Ü*Ü*Ü*

Dear Mom...

Sorry, I had a REALLY busy week that I forgot most of what I did.
I also didn't take ANY pictures, so this one is just short and sweet.

Monday, October 4
 Today was a dreaded English test.
The teacher let us out early and she baked us yummy cookies!
I also got to talk to my sister on the phone as it was her birthday.
I spent the day studying, going to work, and hanging out. Ü


Tuesday, October 5
 Normal classes. Speech, Computer, & Intro to College.
Had a quiz in MicroComputer class and think I failed it. Bleh.
Prepared for mid-terms. My mind honestly draws a blank for the rest.

Wednesday, October 6
 Today classes were cut so we could go out door-knocking
for our Open House Sunday at church on the 10th.
My friends and I hit 66 doors! PTL.
The rest of the day was spent relaxing, piano-ing, studying,
and keeping in touch with friends and relatives.
Thursday, October 7
 We were told the date of our Bible Memory speech... next week.
So I picked a passage after having a great "preaching" conversation
at breakfast with a group of friends... and Mrs. Weaver. :-)
In Computer class we started with Microsoft Publisher... me no likie.


Friday, October 8
We had a fun mid-term prep quiz in OT Survey and finished early!
My friends and I studied in Revels & one treated me to a coffee! 
Then I had a Biology quiz and only missed 1 question!
I taught piano, started a new 5 year old student, and went to
the post-office and thrift store to find a nice coat and shirt.
I attempted witnessing to my co-worker but he was very closed.
I am continuing to pray for him and work with him.
I got home and was blessed to be an encouragement to a dear friend. 

Saturday, October 9
 Today I went soulwinning in with Brother Lester's SS group.
After knocking out 70 doors, we were treated to In & Out Burger!!
I came back to study for mid-terms, play piano, fellowship,
and have a wonderful dinner of BBQ ribs!!

Young Maiden's Daybook - October 4

Today…
October 4, 2010
Outside my window…
Trees are waving, students are walking around,
the weather is suprisingly beautiful!
I am thinking…
Of the wonderful blessings God gives to His children!
I am thankful…
For my dear sister, Beth, who turned 8 today!
I am wearing...
Black skirt and black/red blouse.
I am reading…
The Holy Bible:Proverbs, John, Leviticus;
"Changed Into His Image" by Jim Berg
"Exploring The Scriptures" by John Phillips
I am creating…
A speech file... 10 narratives, 10 illustrations,
10 poems, and 20 quotes;
a summary of a commentary (how's that work?!).
One of my favorite things…
Chapel messages! How they edify & bless the heart!
For education this week…
Old testament Survey, English, Biology,
Microcomputer skills, Christian Womanhood,
Freshman speech, Collegiate Life, and College choir.
A keeper at home skill I am learning/using...
Managing my time well. Even my free time... whatever that is.
A spiritual lesson I'm learning...
Setting standards and yeilding to the Holy Spirit's convicting,
and standing for it even when I have to stand alone.
A godly character trait I plan to work on…
Abiding In HIM!
Scripture I am memorizing…
"And I will put emnity between thee and the woman,
and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy
head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." Genesis 3:15
(For Old Testament Survey)
I'm praying for…
Financial provision through college;
Him to reveal His perfect will and help me trust in Him;
His strength (physically and spiritually);
My friends seeking for jobs; For many students to teach;
To get this second job at Sears if He wills it.

For the rest of the week…
School, studying, and sleeping;
canvasing for Open House Sunday;
Biology quiz Friday; preparing for mid-terms next week;
teaching Friday and setting up 2 more students;
spend time with my wonderful Savior;
and whatever else the Lord sees fit to send my way.
 A picture I'm sharing...   
Tiki torch flame!! (from the luau; i plan to add a verse to it)

Have a great week!

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Dear Mom - Week 6

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Today was just a normal Monday.

Running around for classes, studying,

and hanging out with friends.

I was really blessed to have someone buy

me a nice big muffin and a coffee!!

Gotta love the coffee shop!

I also enjoyed "squishing" in the couches while

chatting around and studying...

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

I listened to my classmate's speeches

in Speech class, which some were pretty funny! lol

I vehemently played the piano today and worked on some theory.

I sadly finished off my 2nd bag of Lime chips,

but my roommate and I 'took tea' together as we did our

Grammar homework (that we were struggling with!)...

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

I actually caught the beautiful sunrise on

my way to breakfast! So pretty!...

After classes, I worked hard on a speech project;
which is a file containing 10 narratives, illustrations,

poems, and 20 quotes. I'm nearly 1/3 done... bleh.

Here we were before evening service... *Ü*

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Today was the first day of our Leadership

and Educator's Conference... which was really good!

The college choir had to meet early, so no sleeping in 4 me.

But we sang "Preach The Word", which we really enjoyed!

We were all really excited about seeing clouds today!...

We hoped for some rain, but never got any. :-(
After some studying, I mostly relaxed outside and

I was able to talk to my Aunt Lisa on the phone. Ü

It was such a blessing to me!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1

Last sessions of Educator's Conference, and we sang

"God's Been Good" for choir... which I LOOOVE!

After lunch, I was off to teach piano at the store.

My co-worker finished my business cards and they're really nice!

I studied for Biology and worked on some Grammar at work.

We enjoyed a thunderstorm and I was SO excited to feel rain!

The sunset was just gorgeous as I sat out and watched it...

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2

We went soulwinning early this morning, came back

and I enjoyed a yummy muffin from the store! Ü

At 1:00 our dorm had a picnic at the park,

which I just got back from a little while ago.

Here's a pic of me and a friend down the hall...

Looking forward to being in God's House tomorrow!

It's Round-Up Sunday with a Wild West stunt

and a chili-cookoff... can't wait!!! :-)



Young Maiden's Daybook - September 27

Today…
September 27, 2010
Outside my window…
The sun is setting over the desert :-)
I am thinking…
Of God's love and goodness!
I am thankful…
For wonderful friends here and great faculty.
I am wearing...
Blue "WCBC Eagles" shirt and flowered skirt.
(Go EAGLES!! :-)
I am reading…
The Holy Bible:Proverbs, John, various places;
"Changed Into His Image" by Jim Berg
"Exploring The Scriptures" by John Phillips
I am creating…
Grammar homework... bleh!
a summary of a commentary (how's that work?!).
One of my favorite things…
Hint of Lime tortilla chips! Going through my 2nd bag this week! lol
For education this week…
Old testament Survey, English, Biology,
Microcomputer skills, Christian Womanhood,
Freshman speech, Collegiate Life, and College choir.
A keeper at home skill I am learning/using...
Keeping a good mood and doing all my work even
when I have the flu... :-(
A spiritual lesson I'm learning...
Not to lean on my own understanding and ideas,
but to fully trust in the LORD and He will direct my paths!
A godly character trait I plan to work on…
Abiding In HIM!
Scripture I am memorizing…"And I will put emnity between thee and the woman,
and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy
head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." Genesis 3:15
(For Old Testament Survey)
I'm praying for…
Financial provision through college;
Him to reveal His perfect will and help me trust in Him;
His strength (physically and spiritually);
My friends seeking for jobs; For many students to teach;
To get this second job at Sears if He wills it.

For the rest of the week…
School, studying, and sleeping;
getting over this flu (hopefully!)
practicing choir for Educator's Conference this weekend;
teaching Friday and setting up 2 more students;
spend time with my wonderful Savior;
and whatever else the Lord sees fit to send my way.
 A picture I'm sharing...   
Beautiful palm tree at dawn between the Oasis and Dining Hall... 

Have a great week!

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Dear Mom - Week 5

Sorry, the internet is acting dumb, so I
can't add as many pics as I was hoping. :-(

Monday September 20
 I was very happy when I received my
Biology quiz back and saw that I scored a 95,
rather than the 88 I thought I got!
I also got a 100 in my Grammar quiz.
Today my roommate and I went to Wal*Mart
and I happily purchased my much-craved drink...

O yes, I did good!! *Ü*








Tuesday September 21
Today I rejoiced to see that I got a 100
on my Microcomputer Skills quiz!
I also set up another piano student for Mondays.
Some random beautiful scenery around campus caught my eye...


Wednesday September 22
Lots of studying and working on my report.
Tonight, I, along with about 100 other students,
went forward to join Lancaster Baptist Church!
But then I returned to my room and found out
my laptop crashed... with my schoolwork still on it.
Good thing I saved most things to my thumb drive!


Thursday September 23
Today I we gave our narratives in Speech.
After chapel, we all toured Dr. Chappell's
office/study. Then he and his wife personally
greeted us and handed Snickers bars!!
I rushed around and made it just in time for my
interview at Sears, which went great, and we plan
to set up a 2nd interview next week!


Friday September 24
Woke up with a sore throat and today was picture day.
I was running all over the place with my
tight school schedule, pictures, and work.
I also picked out a business card design
my co-worker is making for me... he did a GREAT job!
When I got back, the sore throat turned into
a fever, chills, cough, and tummy ache. :-(
Had to go to bed early and skip out on socializing.


Saturday September 25
I woke up with no fever and felt somewhat better!
I was determined to make it through soul-winning
and had a blessed time promoting our Open House month!
Afterwards, my friends and I went to Wal*Mart to get
a few things, and a small fry from McDonald's. yum yum!
I also finished my 4-page report, finished a page for my
speech file, and did lots of Grammar homework.
Looking forward to being in my Lord's House tomorrow!!

Spiritual Kicks...

(the narrative I delivered this morning in Speech class. It's edited to a reader's format.)

I love guns!
Since I was a young girl, I decided dolls were too girly and
started playing secret spy and cops with pretend guns.
I remember the first gun I shot was just a good old rifle.
I was 10 years old and so proud that I missed 1 out of 50 targets.
I just knew that I was born for guns.

 Anyway, on our journey to California from North Carolina,
we stayed a week at my grandparents in Arkansas.
And my Dad had just bought a brand new 9mm gun!
I was so excited, it was “the real cop” gun, and I was gonna shoot it.
 Unfortunately, I figured I already knew everything there was to know about shooting a gun,
So I was kinda tuning my Dad out as he tried explaining how to properly shoot the 9mm.

 Well, a 9mm is a lot different from a rifle. It has a kick.
I didn’t bother heeding that part of my Dad’s instruction.
So I grabbed the gun, got in my cool “cop pose”, kinda goofing off,
pulled the trigger and BOOM.
I was nearly knocked over! I was thinking what in the world?!
To make matters worse, the bullet casing hit my neck
so my first thought was, “I shot myself!!”
And I was even trying to think mathematically how that would work
seeing I was aiming the gun the other way…
anyway, needless to say, I wasn’t shot.

 The problem was how I was holding the gun and how I was standing.
My Dad then went on to explain (for the second time) that you must hold it
a certain way and must have a firm stance to counteract the kick.
After I got serious about it and followed my Dad’s instruction,
the gun’s kick was hardly felt and I had a lot more fun.
And hit my target... not myself... or my Dad.

 A couple days later in my Bible study, I was studying how
Satan is out there to knock us off our feet.
And if we’re not careful to heed our Heavenly Father’s instructions,
we won’t be taking the right stance to remain standing against Satan’s attacks in our lives.
We’ll feel defeated and we’ll never hit our target.
But, if we watch and pray, and heed His instructions, Satan’s kicks won’t knock us down,
we can enjoy the Christian life, and we’ll be sure to hit our target every time.

Young Maiden's Daybook - September 20

Today…
September 20, 2010

Outside my window…
The sun is rising over the desert! It's very chilly.


I am thinking…
Of the $300 I need by Wednesday 
for my big scary school bill...


I am thankful…
That I can trust in the LORD to provide!


I am wearing...
Blue/green collared shirt and my roommate's khaki skirt.
;-)


I am reading…
The Holy Bible:Proverbs, John, various places;
"Changed Into His Image" by Jim Berg
"The Discipled Life" by Richard S. Taylor
"Exploring The Scriptures" by John Phillips


I am creating…
A two-page book report,
a summary of a commentary (how's that work?!),
a narrative for Speech on Thursday.


One of my favorite things…
College! Preaching, Bible study, ministries, music, 
education, food, friends, fellowships, sunsets... ah!


For education this week…
Old testament Survey, English, Biology,
Microcomputer skills, Christian Womanhood,
Freshman speech, Collegiate Life, and College choir.


A keeper at home skill I am learning/using...
Not to depend on coffee! I think I'm pretty much off it now!


A spiritual lesson I'm learning...
Not to lean on my own understanding and ideas,
but to fully trust in the LORD and He will direct my paths!


A godly character trait I plan to work on…
Meekness.


Scripture I am memorizing…
"And I will put emnity between thee and the woman,
and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy
head, and thou shalt bruise his heel." Genesis 3:15
(For Old Testament Survey quiz today)


I'm praying for…
Financial provision through college;
Him to reveal His perfect will and help me trust in Him;
His strength (physically and spiritually);
My friends seeking for jobs; For many students to teach.



For the rest of the week…
School, studying, and sleeping; 
chapel every day (woo hoo!!!);
practicing choir for Educator's Conference;
finishing my book report;
teaching Friday and setting up 2 more students;
spend time with my wonderful Savior;
and whatever else the Lord sees fit to send my way.
 

A picture I'm sharing...   
Dr. Chappell's new Sunday morning theme!... :-)

Church: It's The Real Thing

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Dear Mom - Week 4

SORRY I MISSED IT LAST WEEK! I WAS REALLY BUSY!!

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 13

Upon trying to wean myself off my coffee addiction,

I am now down to only 1 cup!! Today was a full day of classes.

I took my first Grammar quiz and got a 99!!

Biology is lots of fun and I just LOVE the science lab!

The new song we're learning in choir is sensational!

It's called "Preach the Word" and we're singing it

for the Educator's Conference next weekend! Fun!

Then spent most of my day studying and reading.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 14

I gave an introduction speech in Speech class!

Last Thursday we had interviewed a partner to introduce today.

We also had a much dreaded Microcomputer Class quiz... bleh!

Chapel was great, as always! :-)

Later we went to the volleyball game, which one of my roommates plays on our college team. WCBC Eagles won!! Yay!

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 15

Grammar quiz didn't go so good this time. 80. :-/

My roommate and I later went to the mall applying for jobs everywhere.

We had a great time sitting in the mall couches filling out papers!

Returning back to campus, I auditioned for the drama players this year.

The church service was great that evening about winning souls,

and a friend and I chatted outside afterward while looking

at the different constellations and talking about the message.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 16

We all laughed as our Computer teacher said she wasn't

going to count the test since no one passed!

The test was actually dumb, since it asked about things

we hadn't even covered yet.

My roommates and I sat at the coffee shop studying for a while,

then they did other things while I moved to the lovely couches

in the Revels building to study! :-)

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 17

Got a 100 on Grammar! And an 88 in Biology.

The faculty had us roaring in laughter as they entered the stage

for chapel with big Hawaiian necklaces on! (promoting our luau 2morrow)

Dr. Goetsch was funny and not liking it, so after the first song he said he couldn't take that 'useless frivolity' anymore and tossed his necklace into the audience. LOL

After all our classes, I was dropped off at the music store

to meet and teach my first two darling students, Abigail and David.

Here's my little teaching studio...

I had such a lovely time, reorganized the store's books, and came really close to selling a guitar. We went to the student revival that evening, which was great!

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 18

I got to sleep in until 7:00!! I really needed that!

And today's my first day with no coffee at all! I'm still awake! (well, kinda...)

We went soul-winning and I had a "silent partner".

I knocked on 18 doors, witnessed to 4 people, and talked to one

lady about baptism who plans to come to church tomorrow!

The Luau we had all been looking forward to has finally come as well!

We had a WONDERFUL time of food, games, and fellowship!

(not to mention, the Hawaiian music was great!)

Here's me, Rachel, and Amy...

My friends, Nicholas and Adam at supper

(we had chicken & pineapple shish-ka-bobs)...

Me and Rachel at the games...

Me and Amy at the games...

Me and Dr. Rasmussen! :-)

Me and Brother Cox! (my Biology teacher)...

The 2010 Annual Luau was such a great and fun experience!

Now I'm off to study some before bed. :-)

Good night, everyone!